Equivalent

equivalent

n., adj. equal in value, force or meaning.

EQUIVALENT. Of the same value. Sometimes a condition must be literally
accomplished in forma specifica; but some may be fulfilled by an equivalent,
per oequi polens, when such appears to be the intention of the parties; as,
I promise to pay you one hundred dollars, and then die, my executor may
fulfill my engagement; for it is equivalent to you whether the money be paid
to you b me or by him. Roll. Ab. 451; 1 Bouv. Inst. n. 760.

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